To: pml1@yahoogroups.com From: Mark Tomlonson Date: Wed, 08 Oct 2003 15:38:04 -0400 Subject: [PML1] CC: Barbara Ann Lawford In Barbara Ann Lawford's centerfold (February 1961) we've interrupted her as she waxes her skis. Given the fact she's doing so in her birthday suit, I'd say it is a fair bet we were expected. I really like the way texture has been exploited in this shot. The contrast of the hard wooden ski and cabinets with the deep fur wall hanging, the sweater and the soft skin of Barbara has a great deal to do with the centerfold's appeal. Color is a major source as well, with the black and tans deftly set off by the hint of red in the sweater and Barbara's luscious lips and sparkling eyes. Form's not bad either, with the ski a strong vertical supported by having Barbara lean slightly forward. No danger of toppling over, and we get wonderful curves in her breasts and hips. Tying these two lines together is the curve running through her inclined head and left arm. What is not quite so good is Barbara's expression. It's pleasant and inviting and shows off her attractiveness, but it also shows centerfolds are taken with long exposures and the models have to hold very, very still. It's cute nevertheless. Photographer: Mario Casilli Scoring: Pin-up: 3.0 Erotic: 3.5 Artistic: 3.0 Overall: 3.2 Cyber Club Portfolio Photo I like better than the Centerfold: none http://cyber.playboy.com/members/playmates/files/1961/02/centerfold.html Mark Tomlonson Kalamazoo MI